The course that’s been called “life-changing, transformative, and enormously affirming.” Help green the city and prepare for climate change. Build networks of support and empower yourself with the skills of ecological design as we search for the roots of permanent culture.

Consciously designed landscapes, which mimic the patterns and relationships found in nature, while yielding an abundance of food, fiber, and energy for provision of local needs. People, their buildings, and the ways in which they organize themselves are central to permaculture. Thus the permaculture vision of permanent or sustainable agriculture has evolved to one of permanent or sustainable culture.

The Permaculture Design Course spans five weekends:  continue reading »

Sustainable Indiana, Inc. is absolutely thrilled to be able to bring this incredible workshop to West Central Indiana. Don't miss your chance to learn from one of the leading educators in Permaculture. Several people from the Richmond/Wayne County area will likely be going to the workshop together - comment below if you'd like to join us.  continue reading »

This week's Peace Forum will be given by Jennie Dove-Isbell, ESR student, on the topic of Permaculture. Permaculture is a design system which aims to create sustainable habitats by following nature's patterns. Jennie participated in a workshop on the topic this summer and is doing research to connect the permaculture perspective to Quaker thought. When: Thurs., Oct. 19, 12 - 1:10 p.m. Where: Seminary dining room. Lunch is provided.